Fuel your adventures with these incredibly satisfying Survival Bars! This recipe, perfected over 30 years, creates a filling, non-perishable snack ideal for backpacking, camping, or emergency preparedness. These bars have a unique expanding quality when consumed with liquids, so savor them slowly to avoid a bloated feeling. Make a batch ahead and freeze for later use – they're the perfect energy boost on any journey! No refrigeration needed.
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How to Make Survival Bars
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a large bowl, combine oats, nuts, seeds, dried fruit, and coconut flakes.
In a separate bowl, whisk together honey, peanut butter, and vanilla extract until smooth.
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly coated.
Line an 8x8 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
Press the mixture firmly into the prepared pan.
Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown and slightly firm.
Let the bars cool completely in the pan before cutting into squares.
Once cooled, store in an airtight container at room temperature or freeze for longer storage.
Nutrition Information(Approximate per serving)
Sodium
4 g
Sugar
129g
Fat
23g
Carbs
15g
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Survival Bars takes about 25 minutes from start to finish — roughly 10 minutes to prepare and 15 minutes to cook.
How many calories are in Survival Bars?
Survival Bars has approximately 295.1 calories per serving, with about 20 g protein, 15 g carbohydrates and 12 g fat.
What ingredients do I need for Survival Bars?
The key ingredients for Survival Bars are Quick Oatmeal, Powdered Milk, Brown Sugar, Honey, Water, Lemon Gelatin. See the full list with measurements above.
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